This page covers 4 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Porsche Panamera 4s.
23 mpg combined
10.2 L/100km
Large Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2017 Porsche Panamera 4S has 4 recalls, the most serious involving a coolant pump for the climate control system that can allow moisture inside, cause an electrical short, and start a fire.
On the handling and chassis side, two recalls address loss of control risks. A fault in the rear suspension can cause an unexpected shift in how the vehicle handles, reducing the driver's ability to steer predictably. The electric power steering system can also intermittently drop its assist without warning, which causes the steering wheel to suddenly become much harder to turn, particularly at low speeds where the effort increase is most pronounced and the driver is least prepared for it. There is also a brake concern: the wear indicator for the brake pads can fail to alert the driver when the pads are depleted, leaving metal grinding on metal and significantly reducing stopping power without the driver knowing the pads need replacement.
At a glance
What can fail
Humidity can enter the external coolant pump in the climate control system and cause an electrical short circuit.
What the fix does
The external coolant pump will be replaced and the plug-in connection will be inspected and replaced if needed.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The instrument cluster may fail to display a visual warning when brake pads become worn, preventing drivers from knowing when brake service is needed.
What the fix does
Porsche dealers will update the instrument cluster software at no cost to restore the brake pad wear warning display.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The power steering system may lose its assist function without warning. When this happens, steering becomes much harder to turn, especially at low speeds, which increases crash risk.
What the fix does
The dealer will reprogram the power steering control unit software to restore normal assist function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The connecting links on the rear anti-roll bar may detach, potentially damaging nearby suspension parts and affecting how the vehicle handles.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear anti-roll bar connecting links at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
